The Benton County Sheriff's Office is currently accepting entry level applications. All entry level applicants must apply by registering through Public Safety Testing.

The Benton County Sheriff's Office Bureau of Corrections is responsible for 24-hour coverage of the Benton County Jail. There are four squads that cover the internal workings of the jail, a Support squad that focuses transporting inmates to and from other jails, as well as to and from court, and Work Release and Work Crew. All new officers will begin their career as a Line Officer assigned to one of four squads. Each squad consists of a sergeant, two corporals, and up to 22 officers. Officers work 12 hours shifts and rotate from days to nights every eight weeks with their squad.